The "Landlord" card game, also known as "Dou Dizhu" (斗地主) in Chinese, is a popular card game that originated in China. It is a strategic and fast-paced game typically played with three players, though variations for more players exist. The game involves a standard deck of 54 cards (including two jokers) and is characterized by its asymmetric gameplay, where one player assumes the role of the "Landlord" and the other two players form a team against the Landlord.

Basic Rules
Players: Three players use a standard deck of 54 cards (including two jokers).

Card Ranking: The cards are ranked from 2 (lowest) to Ace (highest), followed by the small joker and big joker.

Dealing Cards: Each player is dealt 17 cards, and the remaining three cards are left face down on the table. These three cards will be picked up by the player who becomes the Landlord.

Bidding for Landlord:

Players bid to become the Landlord. The player who wins the bid takes the three leftover cards and becomes the Landlord.
The bidding process typically involves players stating how many points they are willing to wager to be the Landlord, with higher bids taking precedence.
Gameplay:

The Landlord plays first, and the game proceeds clockwise.
Players take turns playing cards, trying to play higher-ranking combinations to beat the previous play. If a player cannot or chooses not to beat the previous play, they pass.
Card combinations include single cards, pairs, triplets, straights, and more complex combinations like bombs (four of a kind) and sequences of pairs.
Winning the Game:

The objective for the Landlord is to be the first to play all their cards.
The objective for the other two players is to prevent the Landlord from winning by playing all their cards before the Landlord.
Card Combinations
Single Card: Any single card.
Pair: Two cards of the same rank.
Triple: Three cards of the same rank.
Straight: A sequence of five or more consecutive cards (e.g., 3-4-5-6-7).
Bomb: Four cards of the same rank. A bomb can beat any combination except for a higher-ranked bomb or a rocket.
Rocket: The pair of jokers (small joker and big joker), which is the highest combination and can beat any other play.
Strategy Tips
Bidding Wisely: Understanding the strength of your hand is crucial when bidding for the Landlord role. Bid high if you have strong combinations.
Teamwork: If you're not the Landlord, coordinate with your partner to block the Landlord and manage your card plays effectively.
Card Counting: Keep track of the cards that have been played, especially bombs and jokers, to make informed decisions.